LGU Leads Policy Dialogue for a Smog-Free Lahore

The Research Team from Department of Management Sciences (DMS) NBEAC Accredited Lahore Garrison University (LGU) organised a policy dialogue titled "From Smog Alerts to Action: Towards Cleaner Air through Coordinated Collective Response" under LGU Research Innovation Fund (RIF) on co-creation of smog response in Lahore. The dialogue brought together senior officials, including Secretaries, Directors, Additional Directors, General Managers, Deputy Executive Officers, Deputy Directors, and Project Officers from key institutions, including Environment Protection Agency Punjab, Planning and Development Board, The Urban Unit, WWF, Punjab Safe Cities Authority, Punjab Transport Authority, Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA), Local Government and Community Development Department, IDAP, Meteorology Department, Agriculture Department, and School Education Department. Dr. Shabana Naveed Naveed, Principal Investigator of the research project, moderated the discussion on governance gaps, institutional coordination, and collaborative strategies to combat smog. Participants shared valuable insights and practical recommendations for sustainable, evidence-based policy solutions and a more coordinated response to Lahore's air quality challenges. The event concluded with remarks by the Vice Chancellor of LGU, who reaffirmed the university's commitment to research-led policymaking, institutional collaboration, and sustainable action for a cleaner and healthier environment. Key recommendations included: Regular inter-departmental dialogues and a combined air quality dashboard More air quality sensors and Al-enabled monitoring